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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
East Keswick

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

9.4

Day Nurseries Score
Outdoor-facilities
Parent-room
Parking

At Busy Bees East Keswick, every day brings opportunities for learning, play and discovery. Our purpose-built nursery, surrounded by beautiful countryside, provides a calm and nurturing setting where babies, toddlers and preschoolers can learn, flourish and thrive.

Our light and airy rooms and expansive outdoor spaces give children plenty of opportunities to explore their interests, develop confidence and enjoy learning through play. Our dedicated team provide an enriching experience tailored to each child’s individual needs and development.

 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
East Keswick
Nursery Facilities

Our bright, spacious nursery has been designed to give children plenty of room to explore and learn, with engaging resources that encourage imaginative play and creativity. Children can also make the most of our extensive outdoor areas, with secure multi-surface spaces providing opportunities for active play, exploration and fresh air.

We offer childcare for babies through to preschoolers, with spaces and experiences suited to different ages and stages. A range of funding options is also available to help families access high-quality early years care.

Located on the A659, our East Keswick nursery offers convenient links to the M1 and surrounding areas, making it a practical choice for families commuting towards Leeds, York, Harrogate and beyond. Tucked away from the main commuting routes, our setting offers the benefit of a peaceful countryside location while remaining easily accessible for busy families.

We also have ample free on-site parking, making drop-offs and collections straightforward and convenient.

We’d love to welcome you and your family to Busy Bees East Keswick. Book a visit to explore our nursery, meet our friendly team and discover what we have to offer.

Special things about East Keswick

Free-flow outdoor area

Free-flow outdoor area

Amazing outdoor space accessible throughout the day.

Unique to

East Keswick

Picturesque surroundings

Picturesque surroundings

 A beautiful setting for children to enjoy.

Unique to

East Keswick

School readiness

School readiness

Children are well-prepared for their transition to school.

Unique to

East Keswick

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Emma Beal

Hello, my name is Emma Beal and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees at East Keswick.

Here at our centre, we create a warm and nurturing environment where children can feel happy, secure and at home. Our team provides a range of engaging experiences that encourage children to explore, learn through play and develop their confidence, independence and curiosity.

We also value the strong relationships we build with families, working together to ensure every child feels supported and enjoys their time with us.

I look forward to welcoming you and your child and sharing in the exciting first steps of their learning journey.

Meet the amazing team

Sharon Wilson

Assistant Centre Director

Sharon Wilson

Michelle Hepworth

Senior Room Manager

Michelle Hepworth

Reviews

What
East Keswick
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

9.4

Google

5 /5

Brilliant staff, great value and above all safe. My child loves it there.

OA

13/08/2025

The staff are fabulous, and my children are thriving. Thanks Cat

BG

11/03/2025

Our little boy has settled in well and loved the team at Busy Bees East Keswick. We love getting updates about his day when he’s handed over at the end, and it’s lovely that the team love him too. It would be really to see more snapshots. We get about one photo update per month, if that.

S

21/02/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:30
PM

Busy Bees East Keswick operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 6:30 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees East Keswick helps support families around the demands of work and everyday life.

We look forward to working with you to create a plan that suits your family.

SAFETY AND SAFEGUARDING

We take pride in our safeguarding policies

Safety and safeguarding are at the heart of everything we do, and your child's safety is our highest priority. Our policies and procedures are designed to ensure every child in our care is safe, supported and well looked after.

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Award-Winning Safeguarding Standards recognising our commitment to protecting children across the UK

A dedicated Safety and Safeguarding Team with decades of experience, led by an industry-recognised leadership team

ISO 45001 certification supported by robust policies and procedures to help protect every child in our care

Thorough recruitment processes including enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive referencing, before joining Busy Bees

Carefully managed drop-off and collection procedures and sign out with controlled entry

Paediatric first aid trained staff in every nursery

A safe, supportive environment and a dedicated "speak up" service, where team members can confidentially report concerns 24/7, 365 days a year, through a variety of channels, without fear of retaliation

Curriculum and education

Giving your child the best start in life

Curriculum

Our Bee Curious curriculum is at the heart of everything we do, helping your child grow in a safe and nurturing environment.

Centred around your child's interests and pace, we combine purposeful play with a carefully designed curriculum that fosters curiosity and confidence. Bee Curious guides every moment in our nursery, from caring routines to planned activities, placing the unique child and their key person at the heart of learning. From encouraging independence at mealtimes, to supporting friendships in the playground, to celebrating every milestone with enthusiasm, our curriculum sparks a love of learning from the very beginning.

Expertly

developed

Using our 40 years of industry leading childcare experience, Bee Curious is a blueprint for playful learning. It is:

Developed by industry-leading experts and using over 40 years of global expertise

Based on the latest child behavioural science research and findings

Developed through collaboration with Busy Bees educators across the world

Led by Gill Jones MBE - Busy Bees Group Chief Quality Officer

Playfully

taught

Alongside structured learning, we encourage your child to express themselves freely and explore the world around them through creative and outdoor experiences that support every area of development. We do this by:

Using role play and storytelling to strengthen communication

Exploring art, music and movement

Learning outdoors in a safe, stimulating environment

Developing physical coordination and confidence

A head start

in life

Our teams nurture your child's curiosity and confidence, preparing them not just for school, but for life. We do this by:

Early reading and writing through phonics, storytelling and mark-making activities

Strong number sense through counting, patterns and problem-solving

Hands-on, purposeful play to encourage critical thinking and curiosity.

Strengthening focus and listening skills with guided group learning sessions.

Childcare at Busy Bees

Childcare funding

Funding and fees

Understanding childcare funding and nursery fees can feel complicated. Our aim is to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible, helping you to find the right options for your family.

Use our funding fees calculator to estimate how your childcare hours could reduce your weekly nursery fees. Before using the calculator, please check which funding you might be eligible for here.

Calculate your fees Fee Sheet Funding Eligibility

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees East Keswick

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Bee with a bowl of snacks

Breakfast

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

Bee reading a book

Morning time

9am — 12pm

Every morning, children are introduced to activities that engage their interest.

Focused sensory activity

Exploring colours and textures

Outdoor exploration

With educators to guide the play.

Snack time

A nutritious snack and/or formula milk (if required) is provided.

A story with calm time or a nap

The children may have one or two naps in the day depending on their home routine and we will always offer these in line with their home life.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Bee gardening with a watering can

Afternoon
Activities

2pm — 5pm

Engaging your child with activities based around our Book of the Moment.

Outdoor guided play

In purposefully themed play spaces.

Tea time

A light evening meal.

Two bees flying together

Wrap up
and home time

until 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Bee with a bowl of snacks

Breakfast

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

Bee reading a book

Morning time

9am — 12pm

Every morning, children are introduced to activities that engage their interest.

Focused learning activity

A warm welcome with a morning song

Snack Time

Age-appropriate sensory or learning activity.

Outdoor learning

Exploration and connection with nature, whatever the weather.

Story time and reflection

A calming period before lunch.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Bee gardening with a watering can

Afternoon
Activities

2pm — 5pm

Engaging your child with activities based around our Book of the Moment.

Curious Mind

Maths, sensory experiences or problem solving.

Tea time

A light evening meal.

Outdoor play

In purposefully themed play spaces.

Two bees flying together

Wrap up
and home time

until 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

Children and staff sharing a healthy meal at nursery

Food

Our weekly menu

NHS-accredited meals, drinks and snacks available.

Prepared daily by our on-site nursery chef

Variety of fresh ingredients throughout the week

Supports healthy growth and development

NHS-accredited nursery menu; our two seasonal menus are accredited by NHS Startwell, ensuring the food we serve is balanced and offers optimal nutrition.

If your child has any dietary requirements, allergies or cultural preferences, please speak with the Centre Director. Our team will work to ensure safe, suitable alternatives are provided.

See our food & menu

Track Progress

Our mobile App

Busy Bees

Throughout the day, keep up to date with your child's progress with our Busy Bees App.

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